CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers continue to explore options at wide receiver, working out Stephen Hill and Kadron Boone on Monday.Coach Ron Rivera said neither were expected to be signed on Monday, but didn't rule out that happening in the future.

Breaking down the New York Jets' 53-man roster, as of Sunday afternoon:QUARTERBACK (2)Geno SmithMichael VickAnalysis: For the first time in the Rex Ryan era, the Jets have a proven backup that can win games if called upon.

A few thoughts on the New York Jets as we head into stage II of cutdown weekend:1. Swinging and missing: The release of wide receiver Stephen Hill underscored a shortcoming of the Rex Ryan regime -- the inability to develop offensive draft picks.